Palmeiras vs Universitario Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 21 Aug 2025

Copa Libertadores Betting Preview: Palmeiras vs Universitario

Brazilian Série A outfit Palmeiras host Peruvian Liga 1 club Universitario in the second leg of this Copa Libertadores round of 16 tie, with kick-off set for 08:30 on Friday 22 August. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and confirmed lineups.

La U Can Avoid a Heavy Defeat

We’re going for the underdogs, with Universitario looking attractive at +1.75 against Palmeiras. We can get appealing Asian Handicap odds of 1.77 and the money is divided between +1.5 and +2.0.

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4-0 First Leg Win for Palmeiras

Palmeiras won their last game 1-0. This was a Série A away victory against Botafogo. Abel Ferreira's side recorded 43% possession and had two shots on target, with Felipe Anderson striking late in the first half.

Universitario drew on the road in their previous game. A 1-1 Liga 1 scoreline was played out against Sport Huancayo.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Palmeiras beat Universitario 4-0 away in the first leg, with José Manuel López scoring twice alongside goals from Gustavo Gómez and Vitor Roque. The Brazilians had 53% possession and a clear 8-2 advantage in shots on target. In the previous 3 matches between these sides, Palmeiras have won each and every time.

Copa Libertadores		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
2	Universitario	6	2	2	2	4	4	0	4:4	8
1	Palmeiras	6	6	0	0	17	4	13	17:4	18

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Confirmed Lineups

Palmeiras confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Weverton (GK), Micael, Gustavo Gomez, Murilo Cerqueira, Agustin Giay, Emiliano Martinez, Allan, Felipe Anderson, Mauricio, Jose Lopez, Vitor Roque.

Universitario confirmed lineup (5-3-2): Sebastian Britos (GK), Jose Carabali, Anderson Santamaria, Matias Di Benedetto, Andy Polo, Cesar Inga, Jairo Concha, Jesus Castillo, Martin Perez Guedes, Diego Churin, Jairo Velez.

Palmeiras vs Universitario Prediction & Betting Tips

Explore our top Palmeiras vs Universitario betting tips, including a match prediction, correct score forecast, player performance props and a bet builder ready to use.

Match Prediction

We can make a case for Universitario +1.75 in this Copa Libertadores game. There’s a reasonable chance that the scoreline could end up being close and this bet allows for a favourable return at odds of 1.77.

The football experts at jeetwin24.com are aware of injuries that could affect the outcome along with the form guide. We also leave no stone unturned when it comes to presenting the latest Copa Libertadores stats.

Key Palmeiras vs Universitario Copa Libertadores & league stats:

• The +1.75 line has been covered by Universitario in 7 consecutive games on the road.
• The +1.75 line has been covered by Universitario in 9 of their last 10 games.
• The +1.75 line has been covered by Universitario in 18 of their last 20 games on the road.
• The -1.75 line hasn’t been covered by Palmeiras in 4 consecutive games at home.
• The -1.75 line hasn’t been covered by Palmeiras in 8 of their last 10 games.
• The -1.75 line hasn’t been covered by Palmeiras in 16 of their last 20 games.

La U +1.75 Probability

According to the top betting sites, our pick has a 56.5% chance of landing a return. However, our tipsters in-depth research has found that the actual probability is between 60-65%. That means we’re regarding it as a value wager.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Palmeiras 1 - 0 Universitario

Our correct score prediction is a 1-0 win for Palmeiras which is available at odds of 6.50. We think they’ll achieve victory and this is a way of getting bigger odds and more excitement.

Player Prop Picks

Palmeiras vs Universitario Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Palmeiras Heavy Favourites to Win

Palmeiras have been priced up as the overwhelming 1.28 favourites for this Copa Libertadores clash. This means the bookies give them a 78% chance of claiming victory. For those wanting to back Universitario, you will find 11.00 about the outsider.

Palmeiras and Universitario can be backed at 1.76 and 8.00 respectively on the Half-Time Result market. This is an ideal route for bettors who want a quick settlement and the draw is 2.65.

If you’re anticipating a high-scoring contest, Over 2.5 Goals has the shortest odds. A different angle is going for a BTTS wager and there’s 1.62 available for Both Teams to Score No.

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Vitor Hugo Roque Ferreira Top of First Goalscorer List

Those interested in Vitor Hugo Roque Ferreira to find the net anytime can get 2.04, with the favourite on offer to score the first goal at odds of 4.30.

Latest Copa Libertadores and domestic league stats. Full Time Result, Goals, Corners and Possession.

Palmeiras Stats

Universitario Stats

Full-Time Result

• 6 wins, 2 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
• 5 wins, 3 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 home matches

Full-Time Result

• 7 wins and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
• 5 wins, 2 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 away matches

Goals

• An average of 1.50 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 1.00 goals scored and 0.80 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
• An average of 2.70 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 1.80 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
• BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 home matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 2 of the previous 10 home matches

Goals

• An average of 1.90 goals scored and 0.40 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 1.20 goals scored and 0.80 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
• An average of 2.30 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.00 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
• BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 1 of the previous 10 away matches

Palmeiras vs Universitario Lineups & Team News

Make sure to look over the Palmeiras vs La U team news before betting. We’ll share the predicted and confirmed lineups for the Copa Libertadores together with updated injury news.